Job Description

Paralegal

Job Summary

A leading direct writer of auto insurance is looking for a full-time paralegal to join our new and expanding in-house law firm! This role will assist a small team of attorneys managing insurance defense cases. The ideal candidate will have experience with cases involving No-Fault/PIP, UM/UIM, and Bodily Injury Suits.

Compensation: $60,000 - $90,000

Location: Southfield / Detroit, MI

Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. We offer a hybrid work schedule: team members work onsite four days a week and have the flexibility to work remotely one day each week.

Essential Job Functions

• Support 2-4 attorneys with discovery-related tasks, such as collecting medical records, preparing medical summaries and chronologies, handling appeals, and assisting with trial preparation. 
• Communicate, both in writing and verbally, with attorneys, witnesses, and clients to schedule or confirm appearances.
• Review, edit, and adjust the litigation calendar, then confirm depositions and court appearances.
• Draft legal documents and pleadings, including deposition notices, subpoenas, authorizations, motions, and certifications. 
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment, managing an electronic case load.      
• Must be organized and capable of multitasking while effectively prioritizing work.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• College Degree (4yr preferred) 
• At least 1 year of experience working as a Paralegal in Personal Injury or Bodily Injury, with a strong understanding of legal procedures, case management, and supporting attorneys in litigation or appeals.
• Specific experience interacting with the Court, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; coordinating medical exams, scheduling court appearances and discovery, and managing all aspects of case defense from inception through trial.
• Paralegal Certification or equivalent education/experience required.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Legal/law firm experience preferred in litigation or insurance defense. Candidates must possess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills, as well as the ability to multitask. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and spreadsheet analysis.